Routine inspection·February 6, 2023

On February 6, 2023 at 9:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Julia Placencia arrived unannounced for a Required-1 Year inspection. LPA met with licensee/director Swaroopa Kade Ramakrupa. There were two preschool age children present during the inspection. The facility was toured for a health and safety inspection. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 11:30am. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children were inaccessible during the visit. The toilets and sinks were safe, sanitary and in operable condition. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and floors are free of tripping hazards. The kitchen/food preparation and storage areas appear to be clean and free of evidence of rodents, and food is protected against contamination. All storage containers for solid waste have tight-fitting covers that are in good repair. Children bring their own water bottles and snacks, however, snacks are also available on site and a menu is posted. There are no pools or similar bodies of water at this facility. The center does not have an outdoor activity space and LPA observed a waiver is posted. Fire/Disaster Drills are conducted at least every six months, and a review of the log shows the last drill was conducted 1/18/23. Required licensing documents were posted. Fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide and smoke detectors meet State Fire Marshall standards. The facility is operating within its licensed capacity. The facility is within ratio today. LPA did not observe any child left without visual supervision or unattended during the inspection. The center is in compliance with the sign in/out procedure. Children and staff records were reviewed. Director and teacher on file meet the qualification requirements, have required immunizations and mandated reporter training. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. *** Continued on LIC 809C Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/(800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . ***Currently there are no children on medications. Licensee was encouraged to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and updates, and to also email childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov to be included in the Child Care Quarterly Updates distribution list. There were no deficiencies cited during today\342\200\231s inspection. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with licensee Swaroopa Kade Ramakrupa.